Group French Classes
Learn French! We offer fun, interactive classes and private lessons for adults. Check your level below or contact us for free evaluation.
Beginning Levels
Elementary Level 1
16-week course - Ends the week of December 11
CHECK OUT OUR PERKS:
- Free extra attendance in any group class available
- Two free 30 min. one-on-one make-ups
- Free personal coaching and support with our school coordinator 6 days a week
Missed classes cannot be credited or taken during a later session.
No refunds after 8/24/23
| PRICE |
Special introductory tuition: $398 (16 classes of 55 minutes each) |
|---|---|
| PREREQUISITE | None |
| MATERIALS | Book 1: Devour French 1! Hard copy $38 (includes tax & shipping & pdf) or pdf $25 |
| CURRICULUM |
A1. 30 basic verbs in the Present, Past & Future. And a whole Pronunciation course! |
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| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | Monday a.m. | 8:00-8:55 |
| 101 | Monday p.m. | 1:00-1:55 |
| 102 | Monday p.m. | 4:00-4:55 |
| 103 | Tuesday a.m. | 11:15-12:10 |
| 104 | Wednesday a.m. | 7:00-7:55 |
| 105 | Wednesday a.m. | 8:00-8:55 |
| 106 | Wednesday p.m. | 5:30-6:25 |
| 107 | Thursday p.m. | 5:15-6:10 |
| 108 | Friday p.m. | 4:00-4:55 |
| 109 | Saturday a.m. | 9:00-9:55 |
| 110 | Saturday p.m. | 12:15-1:10 |
Attend more classes at no extra cost
All classes are 55 minutes. Minimum attendance expected: once per week. Twice per week recommended. Three times per week encouraged. Experience the power of repetition and practice!
* RESTRICTIONS: NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS AFTER 8/24/23. PLEASE DO NOT ASK US TO MAKE AN EXCEPTION TO OUR POLICIES. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FLEXIBLE & FREE MAKE UP OPTIONS. MISSED CLASSES CANNOT BE CREDITED TO A LATER 8-WEEK SESSION. OUR SPECIAL OFFERS CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER DISCOUNTS EXCEPT THE MEMBERS’ DISCOUNT.
Beginning Level 2
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $448 |
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| PREREQUISITE | See Level 1 curriculum |
| MATERIALS | Book 2: Devour French 2! Hard copy $38 (includes tax & shipping & pdf) or pdf $25 |
| CURRICULUM | 35 verbs in the present, past, future and past perfect. Possessives. Comparison. Pronunciation. |
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| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 200 | Wednesday a.m. | 9:30-11:30 |
| 201 | Thursday p.m. | 6:00-8:00 |
| 202 | Friday p.m. | 2:00-4:00 |
Attend more classes at no extra cost
Please note: Minimum attendance is ONCE PER WEEK with the possibility to attend any class open at your level, more than once per week if you want. The same lesson is repeated in each class throughout the week. Free 30-minute on-one-make up upon request, one hour maximum.
* RESTRICTIONS: NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS AFTER 8/24/23. PLEASE DO NOT ASK US TO MAKE AN EXCEPTION TO OUR POLICIES. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FLEXIBLE & FREE MAKE UP OPTIONS. MISSED CLASSES CANNOT BE CREDITED TO A LATER 8-WEEK SESSION. OUR SPECIAL OFFERS CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER DISCOUNTS EXCEPT THE MEMBERS’ DISCOUNT.
Beginning Level 3
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $448 |
|---|---|
| PREREQUISITE | See Level 2 curriculum. |
| MATERIALS | Book 3: Devour French 3! Hard copy $38 (includes tax & shipping & pdf) or pdf $25 |
| CURRICULUM | 42 verbs in the present, past, future, past perfect and present of the subjunctive. Reflexive verbs. The polite form in the conditional. Pronouns. Pronunciation. |
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| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 300 | Monday a.m. | 8:00-10:00 |
| 301 | Saturday a.m. | 9:00-11:00 |
Attend more classes at no extra cost
Please note: Minimum attendance is ONCE PER WEEK with the possibility to attend any class open at your level, more than once per week if you want. The same lesson is repeated in each class throughout the week. Free 30-minute on-one-make up upon request, one hour maximum.
* RESTRICTIONS: NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS AFTER 8/24/23. PLEASE DO NOT ASK US TO MAKE AN EXCEPTION TO OUR POLICIES. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FLEXIBLE & FREE MAKE UP OPTIONS. MISSED CLASSES CANNOT BE CREDITED TO A LATER 8-WEEK SESSION. OUR SPECIAL OFFERS CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER DISCOUNTS EXCEPT THE MEMBERS’ DISCOUNT.
Beginning Level 4
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $448 |
|---|---|
| PREREQUISITE | See Level 3 curriculum |
| MATERIALS | Book 4: Devour French 4! Hard copy $38 (includes tax & shipping & pdf) or pdf $25 |
| CURRICULUM | Verb tenses : present, past tenses, future, imperative, subjunctive present and past, conditional present and past, conjunctions |
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| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 400 | Monday a.m. | 10:00-12:00 |
| 401 | Friday a.m. | 8:30-10:30 |
| 402 | Saturday p.m. | 12:30-2:30 |
Attend more classes at no extra cost
Please note: Minimum attendance is ONCE PER WEEK with the possibility to attend any class open at your level, more than once per week if you want. The same lesson is repeated in each class throughout the week. Free 30-minute on-one-make up upon request, one hour maximum.
* RESTRICTIONS: NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS AFTER 8/24/23. PLEASE DO NOT ASK US TO MAKE AN EXCEPTION TO OUR POLICIES. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FLEXIBLE & FREE MAKE UP OPTIONS. MISSED CLASSES CANNOT BE CREDITED TO A LATER 8-WEEK SESSION. OUR SPECIAL OFFERS CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER DISCOUNTS EXCEPT THE MEMBERS’ DISCOUNT.
Beginning Level 5
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This course is divided in two parts, offered back to back. You may elect to take them together or separately.
Review of Verb Tenses & Devour French in Paris
(Vocabulary and Conversation)
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $448 Each course may be taken separately: $310 |
|---|---|
| PREREQUISITE | See Level 4 curriculum |
| MATERIALS | Devour French in Paris! Hard copy $38 (includes tax & shipping & pdf) or pdf $25 |
| CURRICULUM | Hour 1: Review of Verb Tenses. A well organized review of each verb tense and how they work together. Hour 2: Devour French in Paris. Practical conversation and vocabulary: Your stay in France in a nutshell. |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | Monday a.m. | 10:00-12:00 |
| 501 | Wednesday p.m. | 3:00-5:00 |
| 502 | Friday p.m. | 12:30-2:30 |
| 503 | Saturday p.m. | 9:30-11:30 |
Elementary Level 5 Plus (B1 Level):
transition to Intermediate(B2 Level)
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $448 |
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| PREREQUISITE | See Level 5 curriculum |
| MATERIALS | Book: Grammaire en dialogues CLE B1 $48 (tax and shipping included). |
| CURRICULUM |
New topics & materials every 8 weeks, so you can repeat your class until you are ready for our next level. |
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| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 500 Plus | Monday a.m. | 10:30-12:30 |
| 501 Plus | Tuesday p.m. | 5:30-7:30 |
| 502 Plus | Friday p.m. | 12:00-2:00 |
| 503 Plus | Saturday p.m. | 12:30-2:30 |
Attend more classes at no extra cost
Please note: Minimum attendance is ONCE PER WEEK with the possibility to attend any class open at your level, more than once per week if you want. The same lesson is repeated in each class throughout the week. Free 30-minute on-one-make up upon request, one hour maximum.
* RESTRICTIONS: NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS AFTER 8/24/23. PLEASE DO NOT ASK US TO MAKE AN EXCEPTION TO OUR POLICIES. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FLEXIBLE & FREE MAKE UP OPTIONS. MISSED CLASSES CANNOT BE CREDITED TO A LATER 8-WEEK SESSION. OUR SPECIAL OFFERS CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER DISCOUNTS EXCEPT THE MEMBERS’ DISCOUNT.
Intermediate Level
Intermediate Level 6
New topics & materials every 8 weeks, so you can repeat your class until you are ready for our Advanced level.
NOTE: Missed classes cannot be credited nor taken in a later 8-week Session.
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Grammar + Conversation & Vocabulary
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $448 or $310 per course, for only grammar or only conversation. |
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| MATERIALS | Livre: Grammaire Progressive CLE International B1B2 $55 (includes tax & shipping). |
| CURRICULUM | New topics & material every 8 weeks, so you can repeat your class until you are ready for our Advanced level. |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 600 | Monday p.m. | 2:00-4:00 |
| 601 | Tuesday a.m. | 9:00-11:00 |
| 602 | Tuesday p.m. | 1:30-3:30 |
| 603 | Saturday a.m. | 10:00-12:00 |
Conversation & Vocabulary
| PRICE | 8 weeks: One hour. $310. One hour and a half $336. |
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| Materials |
Improve your vocabulary by reading (at home) an article in French that we provide and by discussing it in class. Current topics and your own subjects of interest. Classes are small and fun! |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 604 | Monday a.m. | 9:15-10:45 (1.5 hours, $336) |
| 605 | Monday p.m. | 3:00-4:00 |
| 606 | Tuesday a.m. | 10:00-11:00 |
| 607 | Tuesday p.m. | 2:30-3:30 |
| 608 | Saturday a.m. | 11:00-12:00 |
Grammar Only
| PRICE | 8 weeks: One hour, $310. |
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| Materials |
Livre: Grammaire Progressive CLE International B1B2 $55 (includes tax & shipping). |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 609 | Monday p.m. | 2:00-3:00 |
| 610 | Tuesday a.m. | 9:00-10:00 |
| 611 | Tuesday p.m. | 1:30-2:30 |
| 612 | Saturday a.m. | 10:00-11:00 |
NOTE: Missed classes cannot be credited nor taken in a later 8-week Session.
* RESTRICTIONS: NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS AFTER 8/24/23. PLEASE DO NOT ASK US TO MAKE AN EXCEPTION TO OUR POLICIES. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FLEXIBLE & FREE MAKE UP OPTIONS. MISSED CLASSES CANNOT BE CREDITED TO A LATER 8-WEEK SESSION. OUR SPECIAL OFFERS CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER DISCOUNTS EXCEPT THE MEMBERS’ DISCOUNT.
Advanced Level
Advanced Level 7
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Conversation & Vocabulary
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $336. Drop-in $50. |
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| CURRICULUM |
Free flow conversation. Lively and fun and a LOT of vocabulary, expressions and corrections introduced by your teacher so you can expand your knowledge of French. |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 700 | Monday a.m. | 9:00-10:30 |
| 701 | Thursday a.m. | 9:00-10:30 |
Advanced Grammar, Conversation & Vocabulary
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $448 or $310 per course (only grammar or only conversation & vocabulary). Drop-in $50 or $65.. |
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| MATERIALS | Livres: Cours de la Sorbonne, Grammaire Supérieur II, Hachette. $46 (includes tax and shipping). |
| CURRICULUM |
Grammar: well organized, clear step by step explanations, very interactive. |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 702 | Tuesday a.m. | 9:30-10:30 Grammar |
| 10:30-11:30 Conversation & Vocabulary | ||
| 703 | Saturday a.m. | 10:00-11:00 Grammar |
| 11:00-12:00 Conversation & Vocabulary |
Advanced Grammar Only
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $336. Drop-in $50. |
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| MATERIALS | Livre: Cours de la Sorbonne, Grammaire supérieure II Hachette. $46 (includes tax & shipping). |
| CURRICULUM |
A well organized course, clear step by step explanations, very interactive and lively! |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 704 | Wednesday p.m. | 5:30-7:00 |
| 705 | Thursday a.m. | 10:30-12:00 |
Conversation on Current Events in France
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $336 |
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Lively and fun conversation on current events (no politics) and a lot of vocabulary introduced by the teacher. |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 706 | Wednesday p.m. | 12:30-2:00 |
| 707 | Wednesday p.m. | 7:00-8:30 |
French TV Series: conversation & vocabulary
| PRICE | 8 weeks: One hour per week. $310. Drop-in $50. |
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| CURRICULUM |
Watch a different French series at home on Netflix every 8 weeks, and discuss the vocabulary, the slang, the story, the characters. |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 708 | Monday a.m. | 10:00-11:00 |
| 709 | Monday p.m. | 5:30-6:30 |
| 710 | Wednesday p.m. | 2:30-3:30 |
| 711 | Saturday a.m. | 9:00-10:00 |
The French (slang) You Hear in France
| PRICE | 8 weeks: One hour per week. $310. Drop-in $50. |
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| CURRICULUM |
A special course to help you understand French movies and the most common slang, colloquials and contractions French people use in daily life. |
| MATERIALS | Book: Hard copy $24 (includes tax & shipping) or pdf $21. |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 712 | Wednesday a.m. | 11:00-12:00 |
| 713 | Friday p.m. | 4:00-5:00 |
* RESTRICTIONS: NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS AFTER 8/24/23. PLEASE DO NOT ASK US TO MAKE AN EXCEPTION TO OUR POLICIES. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FLEXIBLE & FREE MAKE UP OPTIONS. MISSED CLASSES CANNOT BE CREDITED TO A LATER 8-WEEK SESSION. OUR SPECIAL OFFERS CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER DISCOUNTS EXCEPT THE MEMBERS’ DISCOUNT.
Proficient Level
Proficient Level 8
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Littérature et Culture
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $336. Drop-in $50. |
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| MATERIALS |
Lisez le livre à la maison. Parlez-en en classe. |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 800 | Tuesday a.m. | 10:30-12:00 |
Conversation: Les événements actuels en France
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $336. Drop-in $50. |
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| CURRICULUM |
Conversation et vocabulaire: cultivez votre français grâce à des articles sur l’actualité mondiale et les grands courants sociaux et économiques contemporains en France. Pas de politique. |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 801 | Wednesday p.m. | 12:30-2:00 |
| 802 | Wednesday p.m. | 7:00-8:30 |
The French (Slang) You Hear in France
| PRICE | 8 weeks: $310. |
|---|---|
| CURRICULUM |
A special course to help you understand French movies and the most common slang, colloquials and contractions French people use in daily life. |
| MATERIALS | Book: Hard copy $24 (includes tax & shipping) or pdf $21. |
| CLASS | DAY | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| 803 | Wednesday a.m. | 11:00-12:00 |
| 804 | Friday p.m. | 4:00-5:00 |
* RESTRICTIONS: NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS AFTER 8/24/23. PLEASE DO NOT ASK US TO MAKE AN EXCEPTION TO OUR POLICIES. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FLEXIBLE & FREE MAKE UP OPTIONS. MISSED CLASSES CANNOT BE CREDITED TO A LATER 8-WEEK SESSION. OUR SPECIAL OFFERS CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER DISCOUNTS EXCEPT THE MEMBERS’ DISCOUNT.
Online!
We are currently offering Group Classes on Zoom and will continue to offer online classes after we reopen our office.2023 8-week sessions
(Level 1 classes are 16-week sessions)
January 9 - March 4
March 6 to April 29
May 1 to June 24
July 3 to August 26
August 28 to October 21
October 23 to December 16
How to register:
Download and complete the registration form.
Mail
The French Class
584 Castro Street #362
San Francisco, CA 94114
Email
info@frenchclass.com
Phone
(415) 362-3666
Membership and Policies
Membership
Cost
- $99 PER YEAR FOR A SINGLE MEMBERSHIP
- $119 PER YEAR FOR A FAMILY MEMBERSHIP
Includes spouse or partner and children.
The membership is NOT required to enroll in our classes.
10% of each membership is donated to local schools or charities.
We recommend you consider joining if you plan to be taking French for the whole year:
10% off on every 8-week session is a $200 saving.
Benefits
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RECEIVE 10 % OFF when you sign up for an entire 8-week session. Save over $250 per year on six 8-week sessions of group classes!
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FREE membership to Teacher’s Office Hours ($55 value). Please call (415) 362-3666 or email info@frenchclass.com for details.
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FREE correction of a personal letter or short essay you write in French every month.
- FREE monthly Book Club for advanced levels.
The French Class policies
Books are not included in the tuition:
- Prices include tax and shipping
- French Level One to Five: $36
- Pdfs or French Level One to Five: $21
- Literature: $24 and up
- Intermediate Grammar: $55
- Advanced Grammar: $46
Refund and Credit Policy
- If The French Class cancels a class, students may transfer to another class or receive a full refund.
- We are sorry we cannot give refunds or credits for group classes unless we are notified by phone, before 5:00 pm the Thursday before the beginning of the 8-week session. Dates and terms of special offers may vary: please see our policy for special offers on our web site.
- We are sorry no exception can be made. The French class is not responsible for changes in the student’s schedules or personal circumstances.
- No refunds, credits or make-ups for missed workshops and intensive courses
- A $30 processing fee will be applied to all refunds or credits.
- Neither books nor memberships are refundable
- Credits for group classes are non-transferable and may not be applied to private classes, workshops or intensive courses.
- It is not possible to make up missed classes in the next 8-week course.
Make Up Policy for classes missed
- Making up classes in another group class of the same level and topic is free and encouraged for each class missed. It is not possible to make up missed classes during another 8-week course.
- Make-up classes may be used as long as you are enrolled and paid in full in a current session of classes.
- Students enrolled in levels 1-5 (but NOT 5+)are entitled to two free half-hour private make-ups.
- There are no one-on-one make-ups when repeating an elementary level class for $175. Please make up missed classes in another group class.
- Make-ups must be cancelled 24 hours in advance, or a $15 charge will apply. We ask that students prepare in advance the lesson they have missed to the best of their ability. Homework should be completed as well.
- Group Classes:
The fee for attending one group class without being enrolled in the entire 8-week session is $50 or $65 depending on the length of the class.
A minimum of 4 students is required to open a group class as scheduled.
In order to avoid canceling classes, some group classes of less than 4 students may be shortened.
Which level is right for me?
Other than complete beginners, it is necessary to evaluate all new or returning students in order to place them in the correct level. Evaluations are free, brief (5 to 10 minutes), painless and without obligation.
Complete beginners who never had French before may sign up for a Level 1 course without an evaluation. However, if you took French classes before or studied French on your own, we strongly recommend that you contact us for a free, easy and painless evaluation of your level.
To arrange for an evaluation or if you have any questions, please call us a (415) 362-3666 or send us a message at info@frenchclass.com
Looking for kids classes?
We've partnered with Éducation Française Bay Area to bring you K-12 French classes.